Borno Stand for Zulum #BSZ

26/05/2026

Barka da Sallah to our Muslim Ummah

25/05/2026

21/05/2026

Congratulations to Hon. Dr Tarpaya Asarya

19/05/2026

Zulum Visits Uba, Chibok Communities, Vows Rescue of Abducted Schoolchildren

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, on Tuesday visited Uba town to sympathise with parents of schoolchildren recently abducted in M***a community, assuring residents that all efforts were being intensified to secure the safe release of the victims.

Governor Zulum, who has consistently visited communities affected by insecurity to console victims and assess the situation firsthand, met with parents of the abducted children at the palace of the Emir of Uba.

Addressing the gathering, the governor conveyed his heartfelt sympathy to the Emir, the parents of the abducted children and the entire people of the Uba Emirate over the unfortunate incident.

“I want to convey my deepest sympathy to the Emir of Uba, parents of the abducted children and the entire people of Uba Emirate over the recent unfortunate incident,” Zulum stated.

“Let me assure you that the Federal Government under the distinguished leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Nigerian Armed Forces and Borno State Government will do everything possible to secure the release of the children,” he assured.

The governor commended the military and other security agencies for taking proactive measures to prevent further deterioration of the security situation in the area.

He disclosed that the Brigade Commander, Commanding Officer, Divisional Police Officer and other heads of security establishments had already been deployed to strengthen security and facilitate the safe return of the abducted children.

Governor Zulum also pledged to fortify security in Askira, Uba and adjoining communities to prevent a recurrence of similar incidents.

“We have made frantic efforts to stabilize Askira, Uba and adjoining communities through reinforcing security in these areas,” he said.

The governor appealed to the abductors to release the innocent children, noting that they were minors who required the care and protection of their parents.

He further called on residents of the Uba Emirate and the entire people of Borno State to intensify prayers, especially during the first 10 days of the holy month of Dhul Hijjah.

Speaking during the visit, the Emir of Uba, Alhaji Ali Ibn Isma’ila Mamza II revealed that the incident occurred on Friday, 15 May, when 48 persons were abducted in M***a community, including 37 primary school pupils, six secondary school students and five other residents.

The monarch commended Governor Zulum for his unwavering commitment to addressing insecurity, uniting the people of the state and supporting the emirate.

Also speaking, a representative of the M***a community, Dr. Chinapi Amanja, appreciated the governor for the visit and acknowledged the deployment of senior military officers and other security personnel to the area.

…Zulum Condoles Chibok Communities

In a related development, Governor Zulum also visited Chibok town to commiserate with communities affected by recent attacks in parts of Chibok Local Government Area.

Addressing district heads, village heads, council members and other stakeholders, the governor said he was deeply saddened by the attacks, which claimed several lives and left many others injured.

“I purposely came to Chibok to sympathize with you over the recent attacks in some parts of the local government which claimed many lives and left others injured,” Zulum said.

“I want to assure you that the Federal Government, Nigerian Armed Forces and the Borno State Government will do everything possible to avert the recurrence of such incidents,” he added.

The governor urged residents to remain calm and law-abiding, assuring them that government was making concerted efforts to restore normalcy in the area through the deployment of additional troops.

He also prayed for the repose of the souls of those who lost their lives and asked God to grant their families the fortitude to bear the loss.

Speaking on behalf of the affected communities, the District Head of Garu, Engr. Zannah Madu, appreciated the governor for the visit and for the continued government intervention in addressing security challenges in the area.

Governor Zulum was accompanied on the visits by the member representing Chibok/Damboa/Gwoza Federal Constituency, Hon. Ahmed Jaha; Acting Chief of Staff to the Governor, Dr. Babagana Mustapha Malumbe; Commissioner for Information and Internal Security, Professor Usman Tar; Permanent Secretary, Government House and Security, Barrister Mustapha Busuguma; Special Adviser on Monitoring, Engr. Baba Bukar Gujbawu; and Special Adviser on Media, Dauda Iliya.

18/05/2026

PRESS RELEASE

Zulum Appoints Dr. Babagana Mustapha Mallumbe Acting Chief of Staff, Assigns Portfolios to Newly Sworn-in Commissioners

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the appointment of Engr. Dr. Babagana Mustapha Mallumbe as the Acting Chief of Staff to the Governor.

Until his appointment, Dr. Mallumbe is the Deputy Chief of Staff (DCOS I) to the Governor.

Governor Babagana Zulum has also approved the posting and allocation of portfolios to the 10 newly sworn-in commissioners.

The postings are aimed at strengthening governmence and accelerating the implementation of the administration’s 25-year Development Plan and 10-year Strategic Transformation Initiatives.

The portfolios are as released:

1. Barr. Hauwa Abubakar - Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice.
2. Hon. Bukar Mustapha Dalatu - Commissioner of Budget and Planning.
3. Hon. Engr. Lawan Abba Wakilbe - Commissioner of Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation.
4. Hon. Umar Lawan Dalorima - Commissioner of Finance and Economic Development.
5. Professor Baba Mallam Gana - Commissioner of Health and Human Services.
6. Professor Usman A. Tar - Commissioner of Information and Internal Security.
7. Hon. Sugun Mai Mele - Commissioner of Local Government and Emirate Affairs
8. Hon. Aliyu Mohammed Lawan Buba - Commissioner of Transport and Energy.
9. Hajiya Zuwaira Gambo - Commissioner of Women Affairs and Social Development.
10. Hon. Saina Buba - Commissioner of Youths, Sports, and Poverty Alleviation.

The statement adds that all commissioners are expected to take over the affairs of their ministries effective immediately.

Signed:
Bukar Tijani FASN, FSSN, JAAS
Secretary to the Borno State Government

18/05/2026

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Congratulations to Distinguished Senator Mohammed T. Monguno, on your affirmation as the APC Consensus Candidate for Borno North Senatorial Zone.
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18/05/2026

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Congratulations to Distinguished Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan SAN, on your affirmation as the APC Consensus Candidate for Borno Central Senatorial Zone.
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18/05/2026

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Congratulations to Distinguished Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, on your affirmation as the APC Consensus Candidate for Southern Borno Senatorial Zone.
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14/05/2026

Zulum: Consensus Remains Preferred Option for APC Primaries in Borno

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has called on aspirants seeking various elective positions under the All Progressives Congress (APC) and party stakeholders to adopt consensus as the preferred mode for candidate emergence ahead of the party primaries.

The APC primary elections are scheduled to commence on Friday, 15 May, with the House of Representatives primaries and climax on Saturday, 23 May, with the presidential primaries.

Governor Zulum made the call on Thursday during a critical stakeholders’ meeting held at the Multipurpose Hall of the Government House in Maiduguri, stressing that consensus remains the most viable option for strengthening party unity.

“Let me start by appreciating all our stakeholders for the support and commitment to advancing the course of our great party, APC, and our administration,” Zulum said.

“As we prepare for the party primaries, which will commence on Friday, I want to remind all our aspirants contesting various elective positions that consensus is the best and most viable option for the party in our state. However, if we are unable to arrive at a consensus, we will go for direct primaries,” he added.

The governor further emphasized his commitment to democratic principles, assuring stakeholders that no candidate would be imposed on any constituency.

“As a democrat, I will not force any candidate on a particular constituency, but rather encourage us to continue consultations with stakeholders for consensus candidates to emerge,” Zulum stated.

He urged aspirants to reflect on the past, project better opportunities in the future and maintain party loyalty, noting that those who may not secure tickets in the 2027 elections could still have chances ahead.

Governor Zulum also announced that aspirants who voluntarily withdraw from contests would be considered for appointments and other opportunities at both the federal and state levels.

To facilitate consultations across the state, the governor constituted zonal consultative committees headed by the Deputy Governor, Umar Usman Kadafur, for the Southern Zone; APC Deputy National Chairman (North), Ali Bukar Dalori, for the Central Zone; and Senator Mohammed Tahir Monguno for the Northern Zone.

Governor Zulum also formally presented the APC consensus governorship candidate, Mustapha Gubio, to stakeholders, fulfilling the promise he made during the high-level stakeholders’ meeting held on 25 April.

APC Deputy National Chairman, Hon Ali Bukar Dalori, and State Chairman of the Party, Hon. Bello Ayuba, all re-echo the need for consensus as the means of primary election in the state.

They emphasized that consensus will strengthen party cohesion and unity in the run-up to the 2027 general elections.

The meeting was attended by prominent personalities, including Deputy Governor Umar Usman Kadafur, the APC consensus Gubernatorial candidate, Engr Mustapha Gubio, APC Deputy National Chairman (North), Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori, Former Governor, Senator Maina Ma’aji Lawan, Senators Mohammed Tahir Monguno, Mohammed Ali Ndume, and Kaka Shehu Lawan SAN, serving and former members of the House of Representatives, APC state chairman, former Nigerian Ambassador to China, Amb. Baba Ahmed Jidda, Speaker, Borno State House of Assembly, and other members of the House.

Others include the Secretary to the state government, the acting Chief of Staff, the Commissioner’s designate, Special Advisers, Local Government Chairmen, APC party executives, and other stakeholders.

07/05/2026

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